Nothing to report this week. No new books, no second-hand bargains picked up on a whim, no online shopping. Could it be the ridiculous summer heat – 43°C/110°F tomorrow. I’m really much too pale and fragile for such extreme conditions. Thank goodness for fans and air-conditioning, manages to convert the discomfort into an ideal reading environment.

“They had made a movie about us.”

This is, apparently, the first line in Bret Easton Ellis’ new novel, Imperial Bedrooms, due out in May 2010. Not only is it a new Easton Ellis novel, but a sequel to his debut Less Than Zero. Time to revisit Clay and the gang before catching up with their middle-aged incarnations. I’m very much anticipating this release, but from browsing The Millions preview of the Most Anticipated Books of 2010 there is a lot to look forward to in 2010. Anything on their list get your bibliophilic heart racing?

I have been reading so much lately, mainly because my work hours are considerably reduced compared to my last job and I figure I may as well take advantage of the extra free reading time before university starts back. I’ve been dipping into more of Arcade Publications‘ small books of Melbourne history which is leading me to other books about Melbourne’s history and it’s really enjoyable getting to know some of the stories behind my beloved city. And making me into a “oh my God! Did you know [insert Melbourne fact]” annoyance to all around me.